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Between the ages of 25-40, Anil Jethmal recalls that he ate exactly one meal that was “cooked” at home. It was Beef Wellington that arrived at his home via FedEx and was packed in dry ice. The instructions read to bake in a pre-heated oven for 35 minutes. It was memorable only because, back then, Anil believed that he had cooked his first meal. (How to actually make Beef Wellington at home: Video by Gordon Ramsay)

As an individual whose clients were used to the best, Anil constantly dined at restaurants over which Zagats and even Michelin have gushed.

There were many restaurant meals where Anil found that the cuisine was outstanding, the décor was stunning and the service was impeccable. However, there was a common thread that made a small handful even more memorable. They also had history and/or character.

One if by Land, Two if by Sea New York
The restaurant was the carriage house of Aaron Burr (the very same man who killed Alexander Hamilton in a pistol duel).

Anil Jethmal recommends:
Oysters with shallot mignonette (with a shot of ice cold vodka or a glass of champagne). The main course has to be Beef Wellington

La Tour d’Argent Paris
The restaurant was founded in 1582. It was frequented by Henri IV. Request a table overlooking Notre Dame. The owner of La Tour d’Argent pays the electric bill so that the cathedral remains lit all night for his patrons’ viewing pleasure.

Anil Jethmal recommends:
The Pressed Duck. It is the signature dish that actually comes with a numbered certificate. Order the soufflé early since it takes an hour to prepare – Chocolate or Grand Marnier – impossible to go wrong. After dinner, take a walk along the Seine and take in the City of Lights.

Savoy Grill London
Has the best view of the Thames River of any restaurant in London. Great place to go for dinner and dancing. Men, wear a tuxedo.

Anil Jethmal recommends:
The Chateaubriand for two.

Imago Rome
Located atop the Hassler Hotel by the Spanish Steps. Have a drink on the terrace before the sun goes down. For those with good memories, henceforth every time they have that same drink, no matter where they are in the world, they will remember Rome…the way the sun hits the buildings in the afternoon.

Anil Jethmal recommends:
The Tandoori Duck

Sharkys Bali
Ask for your table to be placed on the sand, secluded from others overlooking the Indian Ocean. Ask the roving band to play Hotel California or New York, New York. They know every word of the songs even though it is obvious that they do not speak a word of English.